Medical Terminology jobs in New Brunswick

Medical Office Assistant – General Surgery

Location: Upper River Valley Hospital (URVH), Waterville/Woodstock, New Brunswick

Position: Part-time – approximately 20 hours per week

Schedule: Flexible daytime hours, Monday–Friday

Compensation: $22–27/hour, depending on experience and qualifications

A General Surgeon practicing at Upper River Valley Hospital is seeking an experienced, organized and personable Medical Office Assistant to provide administrative and billing support for a surgical practice.

This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working independently, has strong attention to detail and enjoys working in a professional healthcare environment.

Key responsibilities

* Prepare and submit physician billings accurately and in a timely manner

* Maintain and follow up on outstanding billing submissions and rejected claims

* Ensure appropriate documentation is available to support billings

* Manage surgical clinic appointments and follow-up visits

* Register and assist patients during clinic

* Prepare clinic schedules, charts and patient information

* Manage telephone calls, messages and correspondence

* Coordinate investigations, referrals and follow-up appointments

* Communicate with hospital departments, physicians and other healthcare providers

* Assist with medical documentation and clinic administration

* Maintain accurate and confidential patient records

* Monitor outstanding investigations and follow-up requirements

* Provide general administrative support to the surgical practice

Qualifications

Required:

* Previous experience in a medical office or physician practice

* Experience with physician billing

* Excellent organizational and communication skills

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy

* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

* Good computer skills

* Professional and compassionate approach to patients

* Commitment to patient confidentiality and privacy

Strongly preferred:

* Experience with New Brunswick Medicare physician billing

* Familiarity with electronic medical records

* Knowledge of medical terminology

* Previous experience working in a surgical or specialist clinic

* Experience dealing with hospital-based physician practices

What we offer

* Approximately 20 hours per week

* Regular Monday–Friday daytime hours

* No evenings, nights or weekend shifts

* Flexible schedule

* Competitive hourly compensation based on experience

* Professional and respectful working environment

* Opportunity to work closely with a physician and become an integral part of a growing surgical practice

How to apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your relevant medical-office and physician-billing experience, computer/EMR experience and availability.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person